Baume And Mercier 8380 User manual

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MOVEMENT GUIDE

I GENERAL INFORMATION
A. QUARTZ WATCHES
B. PRINCIPAL WATCH FUNCTIONS
II USER GUIDE
A. BASIC FUNCTIONS
B. CHRONOGRAPHS
III RECOMMENDATIONS AND CARE
IV WARRANTY
V CONTACT
CONTENTS
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Thank you for choosing a Baume&Mercier watch.
You have acquired a timepiece which combines
aesthetic design with technical performance.
Baume&Mercier: two names which evoke an
exceptionally long-lived watchmaking herit-
age and an expertise fostered within the most
perfect tradition of the greatest Swiss Maisons
d’Horlogerie.
Since 1830, from generation to generation,
from family ties to friendship ties, from sophis-
ticated complications to visionary innovations,
the family dream continues to be fulfilled and
Baume&Mercier watches continue to embody
the ideal of perfection sought after by the com-
pany’s founders.
The House’s motto is one of no compromise:
“Accept only perfection, only manufacture
watches of the highest quality.”
This quest for technical and aesthetic excel-
lence is represented by the Greek letter Phi,
antiquity’s symbol for the golden ratio and
Baume&Mercier’s designated emblem. The
letter is engraved on the dial and the crown of
many Baume&Mercier watches; its perfect pro-
portions are an inspiration for the design of the
brand’s collections.
Phi is also the sign of recognition among con-
noisseurs of Baume&Mercier, united by the
same generous and relaxed vision of life. By se-
lecting a timelessly beautiful Baume&Mercier
watch, you have also selected a memory-keeper,
a souvenir of a cherished moment.
Authenticity, emotion, and closeness are the
foundations of Baume&Mercier’s international
renown.

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A. QUARTZ WATCHES
A quartz watch is powered by a battery which
generally lasts between 3 to 6 years depending
on the model.
The majority of our quartz watches having
a central seconds hand come equipped with a
system to indicate a low battery (EOL – End of
Life). Approximately two weeks before the bat-
tery will stop, the central seconds hand will be-
gin to jump every four seconds as a signal to the
wearer that the battery must be changed.
Batteries must be changed by an authorized
Baume & Mercier After-sales Service Center or
agent to insure that the battery and any other
maintenance meet Baume& Mercier’s standards.
Respecting this requirement is imperative in con-
nection with the International Warranty.
Quartz watches contain a battery as
well as other electronic components.
When your watch is serviced, your After-
sales Service Center or the authorized
Baume & Mercier agent will take care of
storing and disposing of these compo-
nents in compliance with current laws.
PRECISION OF A QUARTZ WATCH
Quartz watches are extremely precise. This is due to
the high frequency of their vibrations (32 kHz). Their
precision (fast or slow) deviates by approximately
1 minute per year.
B. PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS
TIME ZONE
A watch equipped with a time zone function allows
the wearer to adjust the watch’s time to current
local time, without affecting the position of the min-
utes or seconds hands.
CHRONOGRAPH
A chronograph is a watch which can measure a pe-
riod of elapsed time. A chronograph model general-
ly also contains a central seconds-hand for counting
seconds, a counter for totaling minutes and another
for totaling hours.
ALARM
An alarm consists of a small pendulum with an
alarm bell which turns on automatically once it has
been set.
I GENERAL INFORMATION
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This guide explains all the functions available
for different Baume & Mercier watch models.
To adjust your watch, please refer to the inside
cover of this guide and the diagram which most
closely resembles your watch dial. Then follow
the directions corresponding to your model.
Xx These icons refer to the watch diagrams
located on the inside cover of this guide.
A. BASIC FUNCTIONS
SETTING THE TIME
WITHOUT A CALENDAR
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1) Set the crown to Position 2 or 3 depending on
the model
2) Turn it either clockwise or counter-clockwise
until the watch hands are positioned at the
desired time.
3) Reset the crown (Position 1).
SETTING THE TIME
WITH A CALENDAR
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1) Set the crown to position 2 or 3 depending on
the model. If your watch comes with a seconds
hand (C) it will stop moving.
2) Turn the crown either clockwise or counter-
clockwise, depending on the model, until the
hands are positioned at the desired time.
NB: when the hands pass the numeral 12, if the
date changes, it means it is midnight and if the
date does not change it means it is noon.
3) When the start of the set time is announced
(TV, radio, etc), reset the crown to Position 1.
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II USER GUIDE

RAPID DATE CHANGE
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1) Set the crown in Position 2
2) Turn the crown either clockwise or
counter-clockwise, depending on the model,
until the desired date (E) appears.
3) Reset the crown (Position 1)
For months with less than 31 days, the date must be
changed manually at the end of the month.
SETTING THE DATE USING
RAPID HOUR CORRECTION
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1) Set the crown in Position 2
2) Turn it either clockwise or counter-clockwise to
move the hour hand (A) forward or backward,
until the desired date is displayed (E).
3) Reset the crown (Position 1).
SETTING THE TIME ZONE
(rapid hour correction)
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1) Set the crown in Position 2
2) Turn it clockwise or counter-clockwise to set
the hour hand (A) to the desired hour. Moving
the hour hand in this way will not effect the
position of the minutes hand (B) or the seconds
hand (C).
3) Reset the crown (Position 1)
SETTING THE ALARM
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1) Set the crown in Position 2
2) Turn it clockwise to set the alarm hand
at the desired time.
3) Alarm crown in Position 1: alarm is deactivated
4) Alarm crown in Position 2: alarm is activated.
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B. CHRONOGRAPHS
SIMPLE FUNCTION
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P1: Start/stop push-button. Press once to start the
chronograph (F=seconds, G=minutes, J=1/10
second). Press a second time to stop.
P2: Reset push-button.
To measure several successive times, without
counting intervals, press the P1 push-button
several times consecutively, as follows:
1) Start
2) Stop and read
3) Start
4) Stop and read
This operation may be repeated as often as desired
to measure successive times.
5) Press the
P2 push-button to reset the chrono-
graph to zero.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTION
“SPLIT-SECONDS”
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To measure intermediate time periods with a
split-seconds hand
1) Press the P1 push-button to start the chrono-
graph
2) Press the
P2 push-button to read the interme-
diate time
3) Press the
P2 push-button to reset and read the
time elapsed
Operations 2 and 3 may be repeated as often as de-
sired to measure any number of intermediate times.
4) Press the P1 push-button to stop the chrono-
graph and read the final time
5) Press the
P2 push-button to reset the chrono-
graph to zero.
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Your Baume&Mercier watch was both designed and
manufactured with great care. It contains a great
number of very delicate components, which is why
we encourage you to be careful, avoid any impact
to the watch as well as keep it away from extreme
conditions.
Furthermore, a watch is something rare in that it
works continuously, 24 hours a day. For optimal re-
liability and for the longevity of your watch, we rec-
ommend the following maintenance schedule:
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Furthermore, to safeguard your watch please read
the following recommendations for use and care:
DAY-TO-DAY CARE
To preserve the brilliance of your watch and its
metal bracelet, if necessary, we recommend you
brush it gently using a soft brush (a soft toothbrush,
for example) and warm soapy water. When you have
finished, rinse it carefully with fresh water and dry it
with a soft cloth. The same cleaning is recommend-
ed after swimming with your watch in the ocean or
a swimming pool.
Before cleaning your watch, make certain that the
crown is tightly closed (pressed or screwed-down,
depending on the model).
LEATHER STRAP
The life span of a leather strap depends on how of-
ten it is worn and under what conditions.
To conserve your leather strap for as long as pos-
sible, we recommend you keep it away from water,
humidity, oily materials, and cosmetics as well as
avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.
We recommend you have your leather strap
changed by a Baume&Mercier agent. The agent will
be able to offer you an array of leather straps per-
fectly suited to your watch.
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III RECOMMENDATIONS AND CARE
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RUBBER STRAP
The lifespan of a rubber strap depends on how of-
ten it is worn and under what conditions. To con-
serve your rubber strap for as long as possible, we
recommend you keep it away from oils and cos-
metics and avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Furthermore, you may clean your rubber strap
with soapy water.
We recommend you have your rubber strap changed
by a Baume&Mercier agent. The agent will be able
to offer you an array of rubber straps perfectly suit-
ed to your watch.
WATER-RESISTANCE
Baume&Mercier watches are water-resistant up
to at least 30 meters. If a model’s water-resistance
goes beyond 30 meters, the depth is indicated on the
back of the case.
When a watch is water-resistant its movement is
protected from dust, humidity and any risk of dam-
age caused by immersion.
The water-resistance of a watch comes from its
joints. Because these joints are exposed to different
types of external stress (cosmetics, perspiration,
temperature changes), your watch may become
less water-resistant with time.
As a consequence, we recommend you have your
watch checked every 12 months to guarantee it re-
mains fully water-resistant.
IMPORTANT:
When your watch is submerged in water, do
not pull on the crown or press any of the push-
buttons to adjust the date, the hour or any oth-
er function because water may enter the case.
If you notice any condensation inside your watch,
you must take it immediately to a Baume&Mer-
cier After-sales Service Counter or an approved
Baume&Mercier agent.
CHEMICALS
Avoid direct contact with any solvents, detergents,
perfumes or cosmetic products which may damage
the bracelet, the case or the joints.
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MAGNETIC FIELDS
Our environment experiences increasing levels of
disturbances caused by magnetic sources. These
disturbances may affect the proper functioning of
your watch. A quartz watch may be affected by a
strong magnetic field. However, once the watch is
no longer in the magnetic field, it will quickly resume
proper functioning. The disturbance will only last as
long as the watch is within the magnetic field.
TEMPERATURE
We recommend avoiding extreme temperatures
as well as any sharp temperature fluctuations.
BAUME&MERCIER AUTHORIZED
AFTER-SALES SERVICE CENTERS
Baume&Mercier watches are maintained by an
international network of After-sales Service Cent-
ers which meet the highest quality requirements of
Swiss luxury watchmaking.
Approved through a demanding selection process,
only a Baume&Mercier endorsed agent or After-
Sales Service Center is authorized to adjust or re-
pair your watch.
These centers undergo regular training provided
by the brand, thus guaranteeing an irreproachable
service quality by using specially-designed tools
meant for repairing Baume&Mercier watches and
by replacing worn parts with original components.
Furthermore, tests are conducted using up-to-date
and reliable quality controls.
Any repair work not carried out by a Baume&Mer-
cier authorized agent or After-sales Service Center
will not be covered by the Baume&Mercier warran-
ty. The same is true for the use of any replacement
components which do not correspond to the criteria
required by Baume&Mercier.
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INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
The following terms and conditions of the
Baume&Mercier International Warranty apply to
Baume&Mercier watches either sold or presented
for warranty-covered service in any country, ex-
cluding the United States and Canada where a
Limited Warranty applies (page 11).
24-MONTH WARRANTY
Your Baume&Mercier watch is guaranteed to be
free from all manufacturing defects for a period of
24 months following the purchase date, according to
the following terms and conditions.
Any part found by our technical department to be
flawed as a result of a manufacturing defect will be,
at the sole discretion of Baume&Mercier, repaired
or replaced free of charge.
To claim this warranty at any approved
Baume&Mercier retailer, you must present the
Baume&Mercier International Warranty certificate
duly completed, dated, stamped and signed by an
authorized Baume&Mercier retailer. Please keep
this document in a safe place.
EXCLUSIONS
The following exceptions apply to the
Baume&Mercier International Warranty:
– Defects resulting from accidents, mistreat-
ment, improper or abusive treatment (including
but not limited to: impacts, crushing, moisture
in the case of non water-resistant watches), the
use of or any consequences resulting from the
use of batteries other than those designated by
Baume&Mercier, any alterations, manipula-
tions or repairs carried out by anyone other than
an authorized Baume&Mercier retailer
– Leather straps
– Effects of normal wear and aging of the watch
and the metal bracelet
– Theft, loss
– Watches with a serial number or other charac-
teristic which has been deliberately removed or
altered
As a consumer, national legislation governing the
sale of consumer goods may give you certain rights.
Those rights are not affected by this warranty.
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IV WARRANTY

Note: Water-resistance
If you have a water-resistant watch, this feature
is only guaranteed if an authorized Baume&Mer-
cier After-Sales Service Center or an authorized
Baume&Mercier retailer has performed a wa-
ter-resistance test each time the watchcase was
opened, for any reason whatsoever.
LIMITED WARRANTY
(United States & Canada)
The following Limited Warranty terms and condi-
tions only apply to Baume&Mercier watches sold
or presented for warranty-covered service in the
United States of America and Canada, in lieu of the
Baume&Mercier International Warranty covering
any Baume&Mercier watch sold or presented for
warranty-covered service anywhere else in the
world.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Baume&Mercier watch is guaranteed to be
free from all manufacturing defects for a period of
24 months following the purchase date, according to
the following terms and conditions.
Any part found by our technical department to be
flawed as a result of a manufacturing defect will be,
at the sole discretion of Baume&Mercier, repaired
or replaced free of charge.
To claim this warranty at any approved
Baume &Mercier retailer, you must present the
Baume&Mercier Limited Warranty certificate duly
completed, dated, stamped and signed by an au-
thorized Baume&Mercier retailer. Please keep this
document in a safe place.
Excluding any differences with respect to ap-
plicable law, this Limited Warranty shall be the
exclusive manufacturer warranty. This Limited
Warranty, along with any other express or im-
plied warrantees, including but not limited to any
implied warranty of merchantability or of fitness
for any particular purpose, is strictly limited to 24
months following the date of purchase.
Baume&Mercier is only responsible for the re-
pair or replacement of your watch according to the
terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty. Con-
forming to the terms and conditions of this Limited
Warranty, Baume&Mercier is not liable for any loss
or damage following the use or inability to use your
watch, nor for any kind of incidental or consequen-
tial damage which may occur to your watch.
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Certain States, Provinces or Territories do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages. In this case, the above limitations
or exclusions may not apply to you.
EXCLUSIONS
Sont expressément exclus de la Garantie Interna-
tionale Baume&Mercier:
– Defects resulting from accidents, mistreat-
ment, improper or abusive treatment (including
but not limited to: impacts, crushing, moisture
in the case of non water-resistant watches), the
use of or any consequences resulting from the
use of batteries other than those designated by
Baume&Mercier, any alterations, manipula-
tions or repairs carried out by anyone other than
an authorized Baume&Mercier retailer
– Leather straps
– Effects of normal wear and aging of the watch
and the metal bracelet
– Theft, loss
– Watches with a serial number or other charac-
teristic which has been deliberately removed or
altered.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific rights. You
may also benefit from other rights, which may vary
according to Country, State, Province or Territory.
Note: Water-resistance
If you have a water-resistant watch, this feature
is only guaranteed if an authorized Baume&Mer-
cier After-Sales Service Center or an authorized
Baume&Mercier retailer has performed a wa-
ter-resistance test each time the watchcase was
opened, for any reason whatsoever.
INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY AND LIMITED
WARRANTY SERVICES
To benefit from any services outlined in
Baume & Mercier’s International or Limited
Warranty, please contact the Baume&Mercier
authorized retailer where you purchased
your Baume & Mercier watch or any other
Baume&Mercier authorized retailer and pre-
sent your Baume&Mercier watch along with the
Baume&Mercier Certificate of Warranty. You may
also send your Baume&Mercier watch, with your
Baume&Mercier Certificate of Warranty, to an
authorized Baume&Mercier After-sales Service
Center in your country, at the address listed in the
attached document. All shipping costs are your
responsibility.
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If you have any questions, please contact one of the
authorized retailers in your country (list available at
our website) or contact us directly at:
www.baume-et-mercier.com
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